2018 April 17 CTY- HSA photo by Jamm Aquino/jaquino@staradvertiser.com Gregg Fraser, owner of Opakapaka Bar and Grille, points to a spot where floodwater ravaged the pavement and lifeguard station at Ke'e Beach on Tuesday, April 17, 2018 in Haena, Kauai. Three days after heavy rain and flooding, many residents of Wainiha and Haena are still cut off from many essentials including electricity and water.

2018 April 17 CTY- HSA photo by Jamm Aquino/jaquino@staradvertiser.com Gregg Fraser, owner of Opakapaka Bar and Grille, points to a spot where floodwater ravaged the pavement and lifeguard station at Ke'e

2018 April 17 CTY- HSA photo by Jamm Aquino/jaquino@staradvertiser.com A U.S. Army Chinook departs as evacuees queue in line on Tuesday, April 17, 2018 in Haena, Kauai. Three days after heavy rain and flooding, many residents of Wainiha and Haena are still cut off from many essentials including electricity and water.

2018 April 17 CTY- HSA photo by Jamm Aquino/jaquino@staradvertiser.com ***POOL PHOTO*** Water and supplies are seen aboard a U.S. Army CH-47 on Tuesday, April 17, 2018 in Princeville, Kauai. Rescue and relief operations commenced in the morning from Princeville Airport for people still stranded in Haena, Wainiha, and other parts of north Kauai.

2018 April 17 CTY- HSA photo by Jamm Aquino/jaquino@staradvertiser.com ***POOL PHOTO*** Water and supplies are seen aboard a U.S. Army CH-47 on Tuesday, April 17, 2018 in Princeville, Kauai. Rescue and

2018 April 16 CTY- HSA photo by Jamm Aquino/jaquino@staradvertiser.com Richard Morris looks at the flood damage to his sister's home on Monday, April 16, 2018 in Hanalei, Kauai. Heavy rain and flooding caused extensive damage to both the north and south parts of the island.

2018 April 16 CTY- HSA photo by Jamm Aquino/jaquino@staradvertiser.com Richard Morris looks at the flood damage to his sister's home on Monday, April 16, 2018 in Hanalei, Kauai. Heavy rain and flooding caused

In this Monday, April 16, 2018, photo provided by the Office of the Governor, Hawaii, Hawaii Gov. David Ige, left, flies over the flood-damaged areas of the island of Kauai. Heavy rains on Kauai let up on Monday, which helped emergency workers better rescue people stranded by flooding on the island. Ige were in a helicopter Monday assessing the damage and rescue needs on the island. (Courtesy of Hawaii Governor's Office via AP)

In this Monday, April 16, 2018, photo provided by the Office of the Governor, Hawaii, Hawaii Gov. David Ige, left, flies over the flood-damaged areas of the island of Kauai. Heavy rains on Kauai let up on

2018 Aoril 16 CTY - HSA Photo by Jamm Aquino.Thirteen-year-old Neveah Okuno walks in the living room of their home on Waihohonou Road on Monday, April 16, 2018 in Koloa, Kauai.

2018 Aoril 16 CTY - HSA Photo by Jamm Aquino.Thirteen-year-old Neveah Okuno walks in the living room of their home on Waihohonou Road on Monday, April 16, 2018 in Koloa, Kauai.

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2018 April 16 CTY- HSA photo by Jamm Aquino/jaquino@staradvertiser.com Ikaika Okuno rinses mud off his belongings in his garage on Monday, April 16, 2018 in Koloa, Kauai. Heavy rain and flooding caused extensive damage to both the north and south parts of the island.

2018 April 16 CTY- HSA photo by Jamm Aquino/jaquino@staradvertiser.com Jeffrey Pollastrini stands inside his home on Monday, April 16, 2018 in Hanalei, Kauai. Heavy rain and flooding caused extensive damage to both the north and south parts of the island.

This Sunday, April 15, 2018 image taken from video provided by the U.S. Coast Guard shows flooding along Kauai's Hanalei Bay, Hawaii. Hawaii Gov. David Ige issued an emergency proclamation for the island where

This Sunday, April 15, 2018 image taken from video provided by the U.S. Coast Guard shows flooding in Kauai's Hanalei Bay, Hawaii. Hawaii Gov. David Ige issued an emergency proclamation for the island where

This image taken from video provided by the U.S. Coast guard shows flooding in Kauai's Hanalei Bay, Hawaii, Sunday, April 15, 2018. Hawaii Gov. David Ige issued an emergency proclamation for the island where

This Sunday, April 15, 2018, photo provided by Kauai resident James Hennessy shows the view as he maneuvers a stand-up paddleboarding along his flooded street in Haena, Hawaii. Heavy rains on Kauai let up on Monday, which helped emergency workers better rescue people stranded by flooding on the Hawaiian island. (James Hennessy via AP)

This Sunday, April 15, 2018, photo provided by Kauai resident James Hennessy shows the view as he maneuvers a stand-up paddleboarding along his flooded street in Haena, Hawaii. Heavy rains on Kauai let up on

Hawaii fares as low as $337 roundtrip from Bay Area in May. Picture: Polihale State Park beach on the west side of Kauai

Hawaii fares as low as $337 roundtrip from Bay Area in May. Picture: Polihale State Park beach on the west side of Kauai

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Time to jump for low winter fares to Hawaii

Time to jump for low winter fares to Hawaii

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The soaring sea cliffs of the Napali Coast portray remote "Isla Nubar" in the first "Jurassic Park" movie. Most visitors see them via helicopter or boat tours, since they're inaccessible by car. Only the strenuous, 11-mile Kalalau Trail allows exploration by foot, with permits required to go beyond the first 2 miles.

The soaring sea cliffs of the Napali Coast portray remote "Isla Nubar" in the first "Jurassic Park" movie. Most visitors see them via helicopter or boat tours, since they're inaccessible by car. Only the

As Kauai residents affected by devastating floods last week slowly start to put their lives back together, visitors planning late spring or summer vacations on the Garden Island may wonder what lies in store for them.

Many have been calling the office of the Kauai Visitors Bureau, according to director Sue Kanoho, who said, "The first thing out of our mouths is 'Where are you staying and have you reconfirmed with your provider?' "

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While nearly all hotels, restaurants and activity providers are open for business, Kanoho explained, vacation rentals remain a concern, especially on the North Shore from Hanalei to Haena, which sustained the brunt of property damage. A number of low-lying homes in Anahola, Kalihiwai and Koloa also flooded.

While most hotels and resorts remain open, several popular state parks (like Polihale on the southwest side of the island), hiking trails (along the famous Napali coast) and beaches are closed due to flooding, brown water or accessibility issue.

Immediately following the floods, airlines issued ticket change fee waivers for flights to the island's main airport at Lihue. Hawaiian Airlines is the broadest, allowing those holding tickets to Kauai for trips through April 30 to change to another destination by May 7 without penalty. United does not appear to be offering a change fee waiver at this time, nor does Alaska Air. Currently, the cheapest airfares from the Bay Area to Kauai are on American Airlines via LAX for $366 round trip. Nonstops are in the $450+ range.

Lodgings that may not have been damaged by rapidly rising waters may still have access issues, Kanoho noted. Kuhio Highway, the lone road connecting the North Shore to the rest of the island, is closed indefinitely from Waikoko on the north side of Hanalei Bay to Haena, where the road ends at Kee Beach, due to more than a dozen landslides and several washed-out portions.

The most dramatic damage in Hanalei is centered in the area near the Pier and Weke Road. Hanalei town is reportedly pretty much back to normal after receiving nearly 30 inches of rain in just 24 hours last weekend.

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Receding floods on Hawaii's Kauai island revealed destroyed or damaged homes and vehicles. Dozens of people were rescued after more than 28 inches of rain fell in one 24-hour period over the weekend. (April 17)

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Although Hanalei Colony Resort, a beachfront hotel-condo resort in Haena, suffered little storm damage, it has canceled all reservations through May 31 due to ongoing "flood response and recovery efforts," which includes feeding and housing displaced locals, and the highway's inaccessibility. The Hawaii Department of Transportation hopes to open a one-lane route from Waikoko to Haena on or before May 7, but will limit its use to "emergency access" until further notice. Insiders familiar with the damage say it may take six months or more to restore full access to the road, famed for its one-lane bridges.

Several popular state parks also remain closed indefinitely, pending assessment of damages and completion of repairs, according to the most recent announcement from the state Department of Land and Natural Resources:

* On the North Shore, Haena State Park and Napali Coast State Wilderness Park (home of the popular 11-mile Kalalau Trail) not only rely on access from Kuhio Highway, but may also need repairs to trails and other facilities. Several hundred campers and hikers had to be airlifted from the region last week. Those parks' closure "will likely be for an extended period."

* On the East Side, the North Fork area of Wailua River State Park is closed "pending damage and safety assessment," while floating debris continues to be removed from the marina area. The park's upland overlooks (including one of Opaekaa Falls) and temple sites are open, however; according to Kanoho, kayaking on the river should resume by Monday.

* On the West Side, Polihale State Park had already been closed due to flooding of its entrance road from a previous storm, and will remain so as repairs "are being procured."

Other than Haena and Hanalei Black Pot beach parks, county beach facilities are open, although a brown water advisory currently warns against swimming. (It's always a good idea to check the Kauai Ocean Report, which has daily updates for all lifeguarded beaches, before heading out.) The beach at Lydgate Park, a county facility known for its protected snorkeling, also received "a tremendous amount of logs and debris," Kanoho noted. "Those will take a little bit to get all that out."

A few paid attractions on the island are also currently out of commission. The National Tropical Botanical Garden's branch in Haena, Limahuli Garden and Preserve, is closed until further notice; staff are advising visitors to consider "making a donation or visiting one of our other locations" — i.e. the South Shore's Allerton and McBryde gardens — "to assist with recovery efforts."

At Ainana Hou Community Park in Kilauea, the scenic Wai Koa Loop Trail and Stone Dam are also off-limits due to storm damage, but the park's mini golf and garden are open. The park currently serves as a drop-off center for food, medicine and cleaning items being ferried to the isolated North Shore residents.

While Kuhio Highway from Princeville to Hanalei has reopened, it can be very slow-going, given the number of relief and rebuilding efforts taking place. Visitors streaming in to take pictures of a sand-surrounded Hanalei Pier or damaged beachfront homes in Hanalei only add to traffic woes. "I'm hoping people will be sensitive to the fact that this is a hometown for some," said Kanoho.